Indholdsfortegnelse for Fall 2023 i iPhone Life Magazine

As I write this, I’m sitting on my couch in a way I’ve been told is not great for my spine, my chin tipped down in a way I’ve been told puts too much pressure on my neck, typing in a way I’ve been told can mess up my wrists. Throughout the decades, as our world has grown more digital, many of us have fretted over the physical ramifications that come from constant use of tiny electronic boxes. And then, Apple announced its new mixed reality headset: the Vision Pro. Responses ranged from unsettled to eager; some were counting down the days until they could create an entire virtual office space with just one headset, while others worried that this wearable could further isolate us from each other. Me? I’m…

Love it or hate it, the Apple Vision Pro is making sure all eyes are on its debut. Early reviews of Apple’s mixed-reality headset are rolling in, and those of us who have not yet hand tested this new device are eager to speculate. So, from the exorbitant price tag to the groundbreaking visual experience, what is everyone saying about the Vision Pro? THE MEDIA “Apple has delivered nothing less than a genuine leapfrog in capability and execution of XR — or mixed reality—with its new Apple Vision Pro.” – Matthew Panzarino, TechCrunch “Wearing this thing felt oddly lonely. How do you watch a movie with other people in a Vision Pro? What if you want to collaborate with people in the room with you and people on FaceTime? What does…

Apple Music, Apple Fitness+, iCloud+, News+, Apple One… The list of Apple’s subscription options is enough to make your head spin. Each subscription comes with its own questions: Is it better than its competitors? Is it worth the monthly price? If I subscribe, will I use it? How can I best bundle my subscriptions? Lucky for you, I’ve tried every Apple subscription out there and can tell you with confidence which are worth the monthly price tag. Apple Music ($10.99/month) Apple Music is my favorite of all Apple subscriptions. I love having virtually unlimited music at my fingertips, no ads clogging up my playlists, and knowing that the artists I’m listening to are fairly compensated. I’ve tried a few other music subscription services, but this one beats them all. It…

My wife and I are most fortunate to own and share 33 acres of rural Iowa forest with birds, trees, plants, grasses, insects, fish, reptiles, small mammals, and deer. Admittedly, staring at my iPhone when walking in our woods is not a good look. Yet, worlds have opened thanks to apps that let me name trees, identify birds, diagnose plant health, and plot our newly created paths. My California-based sister-in-law, a birder, came to visit this spring. Early morning, birds chirping, we walked outside onto our deck. Carolyn pulled out her iPhone, opened an app called Merlin (free), and started to record. In a little over a minute, small photos with names—Northern Cardinal, Eastern Towhee, and Gray Catbird to name a few—appeared on her screen. Deciding to familiarize myself with…

Azio FOQO Pro Wireless Hot-Swappable Keyboard ($129.99) “To say that I’m loving my Azio FOQO Pro keyboard is an understatement. It’s the finest keyboard I’ve ever used, and I test a lot of keyboards. The key strikes are clean, consistent, and satisfying (without waking the neighbors); switching between devices and operating systems is easy; the battery endures constant use; and it’s a beautifully designed addition to my desk aesthetic.” - Cullen Thomas, Senior Instructor Scosche MagicMount Pro ($59.99) “This mount has upgraded my driving experience! Not only do I have a secure spot to place my iPhone, but it also serves as a dash mount while fast-charging my device. Installation was super easy, and the product comes with everything you need to keep the cabling out of sight.” -…

WHAT TO KNOW: • Apple’s iOS 17 announcement is packed with practical updates, such as interactive widgets, Live Voicemail transcripts, and better autocorrect. • Customization is also a big theme, introducing personalized Lock Screen-style Contact posters and the ability to turn your photos into live stickers. • There are also some brand-new features, such as Journal for mental health, cat and dog recognition in Photos, and StandBy view. It’s that time, folks; who’s ready for a new operating system? Each year Apple rolls out new iPhone features in September, and this year iOS 17 is improving the apps we use most: Phone, Messages, FaceTime, Photos, Health, and more. Apple has finally addressed a lot of pain points and added improvements that will change the way you use your iPhone once…

MEET MACOS SONOMA Productivity power up! With all the Macs now upgraded to Apple Silicon chips, Apple is not holding back in its latest version of macOS. Here’s some of the best we can expect from MacOS’s new wine-country titled update: • Interactive Desktop Widgets: Just like on the iPad, interactive widgets are coming to the Mac. You can move them right onto your desktop, now, too, instead of isolating them in your Notification Center. Don’t worry, Apple’s made sure the move looks good, so you won’t be cluttering your desktop with sore-thumb visuals. • Presenter Overlay: Keep yourself front and center (or off to the side) while you’re presenting. Choose where the video of yourself goes while you screen share. This feature works with Zoom, FaceTime, and other popular video…

Golden Anniversary It’s Been 50 Years Since the First Call on a Cellphone In 1973, Motorola engineer Martin Cooper stood on 6th Avenue in New York City and placed the first ever call on a cellphone the size of a brick. He rang Joel Engel of Bell Labs, who he’d been in an arms race with to build the first such device. The words he triumphantly spoke were “I’m calling you on a cellphone, but a real cellphone, a personal, handheld, portable cellphone.” While mobile phones would not be commercially available for another 10 years, no one can deny the historical significance of that one phone call. Happy birthday, cellphones! THE BRAIN GAME Your Brain Sends More Signals Than All of the Phones Having a smartphone might feel like…

Apple has announced its long-awaited mixed reality headset. The headset, which is essentially a lightweight and specialized Mac that you strap to your face, represents Apple’s entry into the world of virtual and augmented reality, which, despite much potential, has remained a niche market dominated by gamers. Apple hopes to bring that world mainstream the same way that they made personal computers mainstream with the Mac, and smartphones with the introduction of the iPhone. Whether they will succeed remains to be seen, since the device will not reach audiences until 2024, and even then comes at a steep retail price of $3,499 that puts it out of reach of most. Nevertheless, the Vision Pro represents Apple’s first new product type since the launch of the Apple Watch in 2015, and…

Whether you’re looking to reduce anxiety, balance emotions, or get better sleep, there’s an app that can help. I’ve hand tested apps featuring stress-busting games, artsy digital crafts, interactive ASMR animations, meditation, breathwork, and yoga; so if you’re looking to unwind, read on to find one that works for you. FAVORITE FIND Chromatic (Free or $1.99) This surprisingly satisfying color-based puzzle game has been one of my favorite finds! The concept is simple: tap the colored squares to swap them and organize the different hues into beautiful gradients. The charming colors and soothing ambient music create an engaging and rewarding experience. As you place each colored block in the correct position, a checkmark appears in the top corner of the square. There are no wrong answers, though; because Chromatic focuses…

There are many frontiers to protect in today’s world. Maybe it’s not enough to install smart blinds to hide from nosy neighbors and add security cameras and smart locks to deter unwanted guests. Now, with cybercrime a multi-billion-dollar global industry, we might also want to choose a secure app to manage our passwords, find a better backup solution to protect our digital archives from cyber theft, and make sure to keep our credentials unique. Check out our selections for the best home security systems, cyber security apps, and media to learn more about how it all works. FOR YOUR HOME SimpliSafe Haven ($509.86) The world is awash in consumer security kits to add all kinds of sensors to your home. I’ve tested products from SimpliSafe, Eufy, Eve, and EcoBee. If…